2 citations,
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53 citations,
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147 citations,
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41 citations,
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1 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” PRP shows promise for short-term hair growth, especially in young men.
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14 citations,
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April 2024 in “Human genomics” Identified genes linked to male-pattern baldness may help develop new treatments.
April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik” Male-pattern hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with key genes identified.
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” A woman's hair loss from graft versus host disease helps understand similar hair loss conditions.
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January 2022 in “Springer eBooks” Platelet-rich plasma injections effectively increase hair density in men suffering from common hair loss.
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